6 Signs That You’re the Target of a White-Collar Crime Investigation
An investigation is always the first step in the criminal justice process, including cases of suspected white-collar crime. That said, those who are the targets of a white-collar crime investigation don’t always find out in exactly the same way. It is common for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) to become involved in such criminal... Read More
How Do I Get My Texas Criminal Case Dismissed?
Texas criminal defense lawyers explain how to get your TX criminal case dismissed. When you’re facing a criminal prosecution in Texas, it’s natural to be curious if there’s a possibility of prosecutors dropping the charges against you. Most people charged with a crime have a lot of questions. Is there a difference between a dropped... Read More
Police Charge Dozens of People with Cockfighting Offenses in Dallas
A recent police operation against an alleged cockfighting operation in Dallas has highlighted how people accused of animal cruelty can be dealt with in Texas, Earlier this month, the SPCA of Texas and Dallas Police seized 360 live birds they claimed were being used for cockfighting, an illegal sport, CBS 21 reported. The channel reported... Read More
Can Priests Accused of Child Molestation Be Prosecuted?
Broden Mickelsen Dallas criminal defense lawyer for child sex crimes explain the law in detail. For many years, the Catholic Church has come under fire for widespread occurrence of child molestation. While the majority of the media attention has fallen on U.S. priests, clergy members in many other countries have been identified as abusers. “Sexual... Read More
COVID-19 Relief Funds are Linked to an Upsurge in Fraud
The COVID-19 epidemic has resulted in relief payments to millions of people across the United States to alleviate the economic downturn associated with the pandemic. It has also sparked fraud investigations over the alleged misuse of relief funds. This month, federal investigators charged a 32-year-old Texas man with bank fraud, wire fraud, and making false... Read More
Dallas Plans a Crackdown on Illegal Street Racing
Illegal street racing is a major problem in Dallas where scores of events were reported last month. Racers can end up with criminal records and even spectators can be hit with citations. The City of Dallas has approved measures to further crack down on the activity. Dallas Police reported the death of one person and... Read More
The Innocence Files Highlights Wrongly Convicted Death Row Inmate from Texas
The Innocence Files, a Netflix original documentary, has highlighted wrongful convictions across the United States including a case in Texas. Defense attorneys are acutely aware of the high number of people who are convicted based on flimsy or falsified evidence, junk science, or coerced confessions. Now the Netflix series is educating a wider audience about... Read More
Researchers Find Courts Fail to Screen Out Unreliable Psychological and IQ Tests
Psychological and IQ tests can play an important part in criminal trials. Juries, judges, and lawyers are not experts in psychology and these tests often prove persuasive. However, recent research suggests courts are failing to properly screen out this evidence, allowing ‘junk science’ to influence court proceedings. A study published in February in the journal... Read More
Lawsuit is Filed Against Texas Governor Over Felony Bail During the Coronavirus
Prisons and jails across the nation are releasing prisoners during the coronavirus pandemic. However, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has bucked the trend and is restricting the release of many inmates. Lawyers are challenging his policy. Abbot issued a statement that suspended elements of the state’s bail laws. He banned the release of people held in... Read More
What is My Defense to Aggravated Assault in Texas
It can be scary to be charged with aggravated assault in Texas. One of the first questions you might ask is how aggravated assault differs from a simple assault and what kind of enhanced penalties you might face if you’re convicted. Aggravated assault means a more serious form of assault. If someone is charged with... Read More
